Favorite cold remedies

[LBTC]

And lots of Vaseline around my nose.

You can avoid the need for this by using Puffs facial tissue.

[Blueberry]

You can avoid the need for this by using Puffs facial tissue.

Apparently I have a tender nose I've tried every tissue with and without lotion, and my most looks like Rudolph 2 days into a cold no matter what....

[OakLeaf]

And if you're prone to sinus infections, irrigate. Neti pot, or if you MUST throw stuff onto the landfills, there are disposable options now. Deal with having to look at what comes out of there... better down the sink in front of your eyes, than festering in your sinuses.

[bike4ever]

Thanks to everyone for all of your suggestions. I survived my week from . . . at work with my cold. I ended up using Zicam, and it seemed to push it through quickly.